Job summaryWe are looking to recruit two Part Time (8PAs) Consultant Neurologists to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, one post with outpatient clinics at Sheffield and Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the second post outpatient clinics at Sheffield and the Doncaster & Bassetlaw Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.
We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.
Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.
Main duties of the jobAppointments are made to the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the person appointed is required to be sufficiently flexible to undertake their main clinical duties at any of the sites within the Region and/or to change their base hospital.
The appointee, together with consultant colleagues, will be responsible for the provision of adult neurological services to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals. The appointee will be expected to contribute to the routine outpatient general neurological and sub-specialty clinics in Sheffield at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital.
The person appointed will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence. They will have continuing responsibility for patients in their care and the proper functioning of the Department.
About usLocated on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practice.
- Name on the specialist register for Neurology or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
- MRCP or Equivalent
Desirable- Higher Degree
- Further qualifications in research methods, teaching and/or management
- Distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships
Clinical experienceEssential- Ability to work as an independent practitioner in Neurology
- Has developed (or is willing to develop) a complementary area of sub-specialist interest in Neurology.
- Understanding of evidence-based medical practice.
- Skills and competence in the management of patients with neurological conditions
ResearchEssential- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Teaching and trainingEssential- Experience of teaching medical students and resident doctors.
- Experience of teaching/training other clinical professionals
Continuous Professional DevelopmentEssential- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
- Experience of appraisal or equivalent overseas arrangements
- Commitment to life-long learning
- Ability to organise own learning and time
Desirable- Membership of appropriate specialist societies
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and AdministrationEssential- Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
- Evidence of ability to work with management and previous experience of management groups.
- Ability to lead a team and understanding leadership skills
- Able to prioritise & organise work efficiently
Desirable- Awareness of current issues in NHS
- Experience of leadership and change management e.g. introduction of a service development, new system of working.
Clinical governance and auditEssential- Experience in performing clinical audit.
Desirable- Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Personal attributesEssential- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ensures value for money is considered in all that they do
- Willingness & ability to fulfil requirements of the post
- Adopts a patient-centred, professional & responsible approach to clinical practice
- Able to withstand demands of the post and to take sound clinical decisions at all times
- Effective team member who is able to work with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Prepared to work flexibly as required
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
